Corn Chowder - Magic Seasoning Blends

Ingredients

• 4 tablespoons Chef Paul Prudhomme's Vegetable Magic®
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme leaves
• ¾ teaspoon dried majoram leaves
• 6 slices bacon, diced
• 1 cup chopped celery
• 3 cups chopped onions, in all
• 1 medium - large potato, peeled and grated
• 6 cups chicken stock, in all
• 7 cups fresh corn kernels (about 14 ears)
• 2 cups finely diced peeled potatoes
• 1 tablespoon dark brown sugar (optional)
• 1 cup heavy cream